Hers Was A Life Of Resilience And Breaking Barriers, A Shining Example Of What Women Can Do, First Lady Mourns

According to a tweet made by the first lady of the land, Her Excellency Rebecca Akufo-Addo, Brigadier General Constance Ama Emefa Edjeanu-Afenu is more.

In reference to the tweet, Brigadier General Constance Ama Emefa Edjeanu-Afenu was the first female to obtain that rank and she did her work very well.

“She was the first woman to be promoted to the rank of Brigadier General, which is the highest position ever occupied by a female in the Armed Forces. The United Nations also appointed her as Deputy Force Commander in MINURSO in 2019.

“Hers was a life of resilience and breaking barriers. She was a shining example of what women can do,” a tweet from the Frist Lady’s official handle said.

The First Lady also used the opportunity to celebrate the achievements of the late soldier, sending out her condolences to all whose lives had been positively affected by her while she lived.

“As an icon for women, she has received laurels from all over, including the “First Lady’s Award “on International Women’s Day in 2019.

“May your soul rest in peace Brigadier General and my deepest condolences to everyone whose life was touched by this great woman,” the tweet added.

''I have received the sad news of the passing of Brigadier General Constance Ama Emefa Edjeanu-Afenu, the first woman to be promoted to the rank of Brigadier General. Hers was a life of resilience and breaking barriers, a shining example of what women can do. May her soul Rest In Peace'' the tweet said.